Classic Patty Melt Sandwich (Print Version)
Buttery rye bread, ground beef patties, and melty cheese make this sandwich an irresistible comfort food.
# Ingredients:
→ Patty
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1 pound ground beef
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3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
→ Sauce
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3 tablespoons mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon real bacon bits
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1 teaspoon sweet relish
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1 teaspoon white sugar
→ Assembling
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6 slices rye bread
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6 tablespoons butter, softened
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6 slices cheddar cheese
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6 slices Provolone cheese
# Steps:
01 -
Thoroughly butter one side of each slice of bread. Set aside.
02 -
Combine the ground beef, pepper, salt, and onion powder in a bowl. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed. Shape into three patties matching the shape of the bread.
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Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 2-3 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the patties are uniformly brown. Check internal temperature with a digital thermometer; it should reach 71°C (160°F).
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In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, bacon bits, relish, and sugar until well blended. Set aside.
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Heat a second skillet on medium-low heat. Place one slice of bread (butter-side down) in the skillet. Layer with two slices of cheddar cheese, a cooked patty, and two slices of Provolone cheese. Spread the sauce on the unbuttered side of a second bread slice, placing it sauce-side down on top of the cheese.
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Cook each side of the sandwich in the skillet for 2-3 minutes until the bread is lightly toasted. Repeat the process for the remaining sandwiches.
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Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, serve, and enjoy.